Trusts and Foundations

The Climate Council is seeking a Trusts and Foundations Manager for a 14-month fixed-term role based in Melbourne or Sydney, with flexible working arrangements. The role involves securing and managing funding from trusts and foundations, crafting grant proposals, and building donor relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience in grant writing and fundraising, particularly in the environmental sector, and should be strong team players committed to the Council's mission.
The Climate Council is looking for a talented Trusts and Foundations Manager to join the team on a 14-month fixed-term contract.
• 14 month fixed- term role
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Be responsible for securing and managing funding from trusts, foundations, and major donors.

The Climate Council is seeking a skilled Trusts and Foundations Manager to join our team on a 14-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Head of Community and Fundraising, you will craft compelling grant proposals, ensure reporting requirements are met, and cultivate strong donor relationships to build long-term philanthropic partnerships.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in the environmental sector and a strong understanding of philanthropy.We are wanting a strong team player who can hit the ground running within our small relationships fundraising team.

We offer flexibility, with the option to work 0.8FTE or 1FTE, based in our Melbourne or Sydney office.

As a Trusts and Foundations Manager at the Climate Council you will:
• Have proven experience in leading efforts in grant research and writing, donor relationship management, and impact reporting.
• Be able to effectively communicate both in written and verbal formats, with proven experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Experience in guiding key internal stakeholders to develop and submit high quality funding applications, donor reports, and acquittals.
• Build and maintain strong interpersonal relationships both internally and externally to support the success of the Climate Council.
• Be able to demonstrate that you can effectively conduct advanced research to gather insights on prospects and relevant background information for key meetingsConduct advanced research to gather insights on prospects and relevant background information from meetings and events.
• Design and implement a targeted fundraising and stewardship strategy for a key portfolio of trusts and foundations, adhering to best-practice relationship fundraising principles
• Be a team player, willing to jump in and support within the fundraising space as needed.
• What we offer our employees:
• Flexible work arrangements to ensure positive work/life balance
• 5 Recharge days each year to ensure your wellbeing is looked after
• Passionate, friendly and knowledgeable teams where all opinions are valued
• Competitive annual base salary + superannuation
• A strong culture of celebrating employees successes, both personally and professionally.

About Climate Council:

Climate Council is Australia’s own independent, evidence-based organisation on climate science, impacts and solutions. Powered by our incredible community, we advocate for solutions that rapidly drive down emissions, and shape the national conversation about the consequences of inaction.

Our vision -We can materially contribute to the global climate challenge and unlock social and economic benefits for Australians if we cut climate pollution far and fast enough this decade. This represents a transformation in action and attitude from all levels of government, industry, business and community. But we know it’s worth it to protect Australian lives and our natural environment, and to create a safer future for our kids.

Our mission - To be a courageous catalyst propelling Australia towards bold, effective action to have emissions plummet during the 2020s and hit net zero by 2035.

Our values:
• We are brave and bold
• We are hopeful and solutions focused
• We act with integrity and communicate honestly

How to apply:

Applications close: 9am on Tuesday 22nd April 2025

If you have any questions around the role, or would like to view the position description please email jobs@climatecouncil.org.au

To apply for the role, please submit an up to date CV and cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position at the Climate Council.

The Climate Council is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, or political affiliation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for all advertised positions.

We aim to respond to all applicants regarding the outcome of their application.